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**HO455** · 07-02-2024, 09:01 AM

Hope it turns out well. When you describe the flakes as small are they larger than 1/32" or more like metallic paint? If the short block checks out maybe swapping a set Vortex heads would be a good option to get the power you want and stay under budget.

**Rickysnickers** · 07-02-2024, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by GOPAPA

I have found a machanic that builds race car motors to help me find out about the small metal flakes in my engine ,,He is going to run a camera down inside the motor and see what it looks like for flakes .. then he is going to check my oil pressure guage out to see if it is accurate ..then after that I can make my mind up with what next I want to do .

Where can I find a new Oil Pressure guage to fit in my dash for this 83 Chevy truck ? If I need it ?

**truckster** · 07-02-2024, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by GOPAPA

I have found a machanic that builds race car motors to help me find out about the small metal flakes in my engine ,,He is going to run a camera down inside the motor and see what it looks like for flakes .. then he is going to check my oil pressure guage out to see if it is accurate ..then after that I can make my mind up with what next I want to do .

Where can I find a new Oil Pressure guage to fit in my dash for this 83 Chevy truck ? If I need it ?

If the gauge is off the chances are it's the sending unit and not the gauge. In 83 you would have an electrical oil pressure gauge.

**GOPAPA** · 07-02-2024, 06:14 PM

thx for them tips truckster all in this thread helps me decide on the outcome

**truckster** · 07-03-2024, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by GOPAPA

thx for them tips truckster all in this thread helps me decide on the outcome

I'm happy to help. Good luck.

And please come back and let us know what you found out.

**GOPAPA** · 07-20-2024, 07:24 PM

I got a pressure test done on the engine 7 cylinders were 140 lbs and one was 150lbs,, why is one more I ask ? the oil guage is no good and will be getting another one from LMC I think .. did not find and metal flakes inside the valve covers ,,So,, with this info are there any thoughts on this out come?

72c20customcamper · 07-20-2024, 07:34 PM

I’ve always gone with the 10% ratio if the lowest and highest are in that range I leave it alone . Did they do a leak down test

**GOPAPA** · 07-20-2024, 07:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

I’ve always gone with the 10% ratio if the lowest and highest are in that range I leave it alone . Did they do a leak down test

I didnt ask but I will ,, as that sounds real important ,, thx

07-02-2024, 09:01 AM	#1
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 11,222	Re: I am wanting opinions about buying a Motor Hope it turns out well. When you describe the flakes as small are they larger than 1/32" or more like metallic paint? If the short block checks out maybe swapping a set Vortex heads would be a good option to get the power you want and stay under budget. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

07-02-2024, 06:14 PM	#4
GOPAPA Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 7,548	Re: I am wanting opinions about buying a Motor thx for them tips truckster all in this thread helps me decide on the outcome __________________ When you learn a thing a day you store up smart.

07-20-2024, 07:24 PM	#6
GOPAPA Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nampa Idaho Posts: 7,548	Re: I am wanting opinions about buying a Motor I got a pressure test done on the engine 7 cylinders were 140 lbs and one was 150lbs,, why is one more I ask ? the oil guage is no good and will be getting another one from LMC I think .. did not find and metal flakes inside the valve covers ,,So,, with this info are there any thoughts on this out come? __________________ When you learn a thing a day you store up smart.

07-20-2024, 07:34 PM	#7
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,551	Re: I am wanting opinions about buying a Motor I’ve always gone with the 10% ratio if the lowest and highest are in that range I leave it alone . Did they do a leak down test __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.



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